November 24
Worship: Christ the King/ Thanksgiving Sunday
Scriptures: Jeremiah 23:1-6; Psalm 46; Colossians
1:11-20; Luke 23:33-43
Sermon: “Having a Grateful Heart”
What does daily life look like for a person dedicated to living each day
with a grateful heart? Is that even possible? And if so, where can we find
the encouragement we need in the scriptures to truly live with a thankful
heart?
I recently attended a conference in Columbus with multiple behavioral healthcare providers from across Ohio. During the initial Keynote Address, Director Lori Criss from the Ohio Department of Mental health and Addiction clearly outlined Governor DeWine’s plan to address mental health and addiction for Ohioans. Of particular concern was the growing numbers of Suicide in Ohio, especially among youth. While I had experienced some of this disturbing trend in parts of northwest Ohio, the National picture was less clear.
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Dear Fellow Parish Bulletin Reps: December is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, which is ordinarily celebrated on December 8, but since it falls on a Sunday, the feast has been transferred to December 9. The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of December, 2019: For a life of ‘prayer’: We pray that our personal relationship with Jesus Christ be nourished by the Word of God and a life of prayer. Feasts during the month of December: Francis Xavier (12/3), Nicholas (12/6), Ambrose (12/7), Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (12/9), Our Lady of Loreto (12/10), Our Lady of Guadalupe (12/12), Lucy (12/13), John of the Cross (12/14), Peter Canisius (12/21), Christmas (12/25), Stephen (12/26), John (12/27), Holy Innocents (12/28), Holy Family (12/29), “In the natural order she preceded her Divine Child, Our Lord, but in the divine order Jesus, the Divine Son, arose before her, and she received from Him all grace, all purity, and all beautiful.” ~ St. Padre Pio.
Continue readingChristmas Outreach – Adopt a Family: It’s easy to adopt. Just call, text, or email Laurie Foster at 419-460-1702 or LCMR59@bex.net. You will receive detailed shopping and deliver guidelines. We will need volunteers to wrap, shop for, and accept gifts in the East Campus of Saint Joseph school; also, to deliver gifts to Heroes in Action families. For volunteering opportunities, please contact Sue Jurski at 419-350-8161 or suejurski@bex.net if you can help.
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Thursday night, with a packed house, Dr. Alan Keyes shared a motivating message that now is the time to do more, to do what is needed to make a difference and recognize and preserve all life as created in His image and as recognized as endowed with inalienable rights by our Founding Fathers. We thank you for being a part of the 20th annual Benefit for Life and for supporting the work of the Foundation for Life year-round. It is through your generosity, passion, prayers and commitment that we are able to be a trusted, impactful voice for the voiceless in Northwest Ohio and in Columbus.
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Date & time: Saturday, November 23rd at 7pm
Location: Pathway Community Church 2160 Eastbook Dr. Toledo, Ohio
Sojourner Quartet has a passion for sharing the good news about Jesus Christ across the country! Our music includes southern gospel, praise, and favorites. A free-will offering will be collected.
Living Word Baptist Church: Chili cook-off immediately following the service. RSVP by clicking “Plan a Visit” at LivingWordOregon.com
Nov. 13th, Series: Titled “If it’s important to Jesus” at 7pm. Toledo First Seventh-day Adventist Church
Nov. 14th, Harvest Dinner: 6:00 p.m. @ Saint Joseph Parish
Speaker: Kelly Reed, Chair of Theology & Retired Teacher.RSVP: Dawn 419-343-8570 or Christie at 419-304-7905.
Invites you to attend our Fall 2019 Open House at Westgate Chapel on November 16 from 10am to noon. Hear more about:
• God’s ministry plan for “behind the bars”
• Testimony from Kairos graduates
• How it impacts volunteer’s lives
The difference it makes in the prison itself from the Warden and the Chaplain’s point of view!
We encourage all people to attend to find out more about this local mission taking place in our community. There are opportunities to participate for all! …even if you can’t go behind the bars- Come and hear the Good News of what God is doing in our prisons!!
Location: Westgate Chapel, 2500 Wilford Drive, Toledo, OH 43615
Time: Saturday November 16th, 10am ‘til Noon BE THERE!!
More info? Email: sponsorship@kairostoledo.com
call/text: Phil D. @ 614-849-8001
Potluck Dinner: Fellowship Potluck Dinner on November 4th from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Father Wurzel Family Center. Come around 4:30 and play Euchre if you would like!Bring a dish to share. Please invite someone who may be eating alone tonight. Everyone is welcome. 419-345-7920, Mary Jane DelVerne. Questions/RSVP.
All Souls’ Day Special Liturgy: November 2, 2019, 4:30 p.m. All are invited to attend the Special All Souls’ Day Liturgy. This Mass honors all parishioners who have died, with a special remembrance of those parishioners who have died in the past year. Their names will be read and a candle will be lit in their memory.
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